Samoan fale

Photographer David Iacono

Date1985

Object number00029944

NamePhotograph

MediumSilver gelatin print

DimensionsOverall: 253 x 204 mm, 0.02 kg

ClassificationsPhotographs

Credit LineANMM Collection

Terms

DescriptionA black and white photograph by David Iacono of Samoan fale in the shade of trees.HistoryThe fale is the traditoinal style of housing in Samoa. Historically built with wooden pillars, fales are open sided with domed thatched roofs.SignificanceThis photograph is part of a series of images taken by David Iacono that depict the traditional landscape and lifestyle of the Pacific Island of Samoa. Iacono attempts to capture the reality of Samoan life rather than that experienced by tourists of expatriates.